We really should thank the top animators that came before us for working diligently to devise this golden formula of animation, because these principles can help us transform our work into some that is truly unique and fascinating.

In the days of hand-drawn animation, a group of top Disney animators came together and defined twelve rules of animation that, when applied properly, would create amazing animation and an engaging experience for the audience. In 1981 Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston released a book titled 'The Illusion of Life: Disney Animation', which detailed all 12 principles.